Different chemotherapy drugs cause different side effects. Managing side effects of chemotherapy resource guide there is always the possibility that chemotherapy may cause some side effects. Avoid foods that are difficult to digest so that you feel much lighter and reduce the possibility of suffering an upset stomach. You will be given specific information pamphlets on all the chemotherapy drugs your child will receive. How cf chemotherapy is given and possible side effects. Side effects of chemotherapy metro health hospital. With more sophisticated anticancer drugs and treatment approaches, lingering side effects are much rarer today than they were in the past. The incidence and costs of chemotherapy side effects alison pearce phd candidate centre for health economics research and evaluation, uts supervisors. Hormonal therapies these influence the way certain hormones are. This guide provides links and references to reliable and current information sources for. Side effects from chemotherapy can be divided into shortterm effects and longterm effects. Chemotherapy side effects cancer informational needs malaysia research. Even though side effects are different for every person, common ones include fatigue, nausea and vomiting, hair loss, loss of appetite, and diarrhea. Guswiler the purpose of this descriptive study was to investigate patients responses to chemotherapy teaching on drug side effects and side effect management.
Chemotherapy is one of the most effective treatments for several types of cancer, like all other treatment, there are many side effects of chemotherapy too. Because chemotherapy drugs often cant distinguish between rapidly dividing cancer cells and rapidly dividing healthy cells, they may cause side effects at the same time that theyre fighting your cancer. Jan 03, 20 treatment of side effects and complications of cancer therapies 19. But healthy cells can usually mend themselves and get back to normal after a short time. Most of these side effects are brought on by the toxicity of the treatment itself. Headaches muscle pain stomach pain pain from nerve damage, such as b.
Its difficult to predict what side effects youll get. The second had much more side effects and also worked. Jan 19, 2016 as cancer treatment works to get rid of the cancer, the resulting side effects can often be hard to manage. In the case of permitted digital reproduction, please credit the national cancer institute as the source and link to the original nci product using the original products title. Chemotherapy information guide rogel cancer center. Findings of their perceptions and informational needs may serve as a valuable guide for clinical pharmacists to help in side effect management in malaysia. Easing the side effects of chemotherapy qualityhealth. To assess the side effects of chemotherapy among patients receiving chemotherapy 2 to associate the selected demographic variables with side effects of chemotherapy 3 to assess the experience of. Hormonal therapies these influence the way certain hormones are made in the body, and the way they work. With each side effect listed, there are suggestions on how to describe them to your doctor. The high prevalence of chemotherapy related side effects among local patients is of concern. Any cancer patient knows that chemotherapy means two things. The side effects of chemotherapy depend largely on the specific chemotherapy drugs you are receiving, and sometimes on the dose and schedule of the treatments. The efficacy of chemotherapy is often limited by side effects in normal tissues.
Side effects of cancer treatment macmillan cancer support. It works by killing the cancer cells, stopping them from spreading, or slowing their growth. This guide provides links and references to reliable and current information sources. This includes cancer cells and normal cells, such as the new blood cells in the bone marrow or the cells in the mouth, stomach, skin. If you have any questions about chemotherapy effects and side effects. The word chemotherapy without a modifier usually refers to cancer treatment, but its historical meaning was broader. Cancer cells tend to grow fast, and chemo drugs kill fastgrowing cells. Chemotherapy side effects include vomiting, nausea, hair loss, nerve damage, fatigue, diarrhea, constipation and more. Chemotherapy drugs are strong enough to kill rapidly growing cancer cells, but they also can harm perfectly healthy cells. Chemotherapy also called chemo is a type of cancer treatment that uses drugs to destroy cancer cells. Chemotherapy side effects vomiting, hair loss, nerve damage. Id say definitely dont jump to any conclusions based on side effects. Chemotherapy can cause unpleasant side effects, although many can be treated or prevented, and most will pass once your treatment stops. The side effects of chemotherapy cancer center everyday.
Chemotherapy the drugs can also kill some of the healthy cells in your body. One of the largest concerns of cancer patients is the side effects of chemotherapy. You may have none, some, or all of these, or you may have side effects not listed here. Chemotherapy treatment for cancer can cause side effects, but you can reduce them. My mom has fought 3 times and each time the chemos have been different and had different side effects. The effects of the drugs on healthy cells can cause side effects like tiredness or feeling sick. Not all mouth problems can be avoided but the fewer side effects you have, the more likely you will stay on your cancer treatment schedule. Guswiler the purpose of this descriptive study was to investigate patients responses to chemotherapy teaching.
This is exemplified by cisplatin, a widely used anticancer drug that may induce serious toxicity in normal tissues and organs including the kidneys. Shortterm effects typically occur during the course of treatment and generally resolve within months of the completion of therapy. Also, people respond to chemotherapy differently, some people will have few problems, others more. Apr 04, 2014 one of the largest concerns of cancer patients is the side effects of chemotherapy. Side effects of chemotherapy among cancer patients in a. Side effects often happen because a persons mouth is not healthy before chemotherapy starts. Chemotherapy works by stopping or slowing the growth of cancer cells, which grow and divide quickly. Cancer patients response to chemotherapy teaching on side. Chemotherapy this uses anticancer drugs to destroy cancer cells. Some people will only have a few side effects and others may have more. I have breast cancer and am on an 8 cycle course of chemo ac for the first 4 cycles and then t for the final. Many combined treatments chemotherapy and radiation therapy are performed as part of a clinical trial, which are research studies to find new treatments. Jan 31, 2012 the efficacy of chemotherapy is often limited by side effects in normal tissues. As cancer treatment works to get rid of the cancer, the resulting side effects can often be hard to manage.
Unrecognized effect of chemotherapy uncovered national. Side effects of chemotherapy and combined chemohormonal. This includes cancer cells and normal cells, such as the new blood cells in the bone marrow or the cells in the mouth, stomach, skin, hair and reproductive organs. Shots health news for years, researchers have struggled to understand the mental fog that envelops some patients getting. Anyone who has taken or is planning to be on chemotherapy should know about the chemo brain. What are the possible side effects of chemotherapy. Side effects of chemotherapy in cancer patients and evaluation of patients opinion about starvation based differential chemotherapy article pdf available in journal of cancer therapy 55. Concepts of selfcare from orems theory of selfcare deficits provided the conceptual framework. Other normal cells in your body are also rapidly dividing such as those in your mouth, blood, intestinal tract, hair and nails. Not everyone experience chemotherapy side effects the same way.
If you are applying for financial assistance, all correspondence must be done electronically through email or fax. The unexpected side effects of chemotherapy undergoing chemotherapy is an unpleasant and often disruptive experience that can radically transform a cancer patients life. For example, some people may experience one or more of the following. But it can also harm healthy cells that divide quickly, such as those that line. Managing chemotherapy side effects cancer council nsw. This is exemplified by cisplatin, a widely used anticancer drug that may induce serious toxicity in normal. Fatigue is feeling tired or exhausted almost all the time. Radiotherapy this uses high energy xrays to treat cancer. The side effects you may get will depend on the type and dose of chemotherapy you get. Before you start chemotherapy, a doctor, a nurse or pharmacist will tell you about the medicines you will get and the side effects you may have. The term was coined in the early 1900s by paul ehrlich as.
The purpose of this guide is to help you find information and support on chemotherapy. Coping with chemotherapy side effects cancer treatment. Table 1 lists shortterm and longterm effects of adjuvant chemotherapy. Not everyone experience chemotherapy side effects the same. Management of chemotherapy complications slideshare. Findings of their perceptions and informational needs may serve as a valuable guide for. This guide provides links and references to reliable and current.
However, it can also harm healthy cells, which causes side effects. Chemotherapy side effects the information below describes side effects that might be caused by traditional or standard chemotherapy. There are also other drugs that are used to treat cancer in. Each drug or combination of drugs can cause specific side effects, and some can be permanent. Chemotherapy often causes side effects, such as fatigue, nausea and mouth sores. You may worry about the side effects of chemotherapy. The first which worked had very mild side effects had more severe side effects from the radiation. Chemotherapy destroys rapidly dividing cells, such as cancer cells. In general, chemotherapy may cause the following side effects. At the royal marsden, we deal with cancer every day so we understand how valuable life is.
Cancer patients response to chemotherapy teaching on side effect management by kelly a. The information below describes side effects that might be caused by traditional or standard chemotherapy. There are also other drugs that are used to treat cancer in different ways, including targeted therapy1, hormone therapy, and immunotherapy2. Feb 04, 20 the unexpected side effects of chemotherapy undergoing chemotherapy is an unpleasant and often disruptive experience that can radically transform a cancer patients life. Ask your doctor which side effects he or she needs to. Chemotherapy affects all cells that grow and divide quickly in the body. Pdf side effects of chemotherapy in cancer patients and. To avoid nausea and vomiting, one of the most common side effects of chemotherapy, you should make some general changes to your diet. When chemotherapy damages normal cells, this causes side effects. There are also other drugs that are used to treat cancer in different ways, including targeted therapy, hormone therapy, and immunotherapy. Chemotherapy and your mouth national institute of dental. Avoid foods that are difficult to digest so that you. Advice for managing the side effects of chemotherapy cancer.
The side effects of chemotherapy, sometimes called chemo, depend mainly on the medicines you receive. Thankfully, there are several strategies to help minimize these adverse effects and get you. Chemotherapy works by stopping or slowing the growth of cancer. This information includes how the drug is given, side effects and precautions. Side effects of chemotherapy canadian cancer society. The high prevalence of chemotherapyrelated side effects among local patients is of concern. What are the side effects of chemotherapy treatment. As with other types of treatment, side effects vary from person to person. However, a few people may develop serious lasting side effects such as a weakened heart or secondary cancers, such as leukemia, after chemotherapy.